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Compare all timetables for the bus from Zurich to Lyon

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Zurich to Lyon from various bus operators like FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus or RegioJet for the next days.
today
from $28
tomorrow
from $20
Saturday
from $27
Sunday
from $40
Monday
from $32
Tuesday
from $30
Wednesday
from $45

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    4:25 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $28
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    2:20 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:30 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $28
  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    2:45 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:00 AM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    6h 35m
    0
    11:45 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    6:20 AM
    Lyon
    Perrache Train Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $45

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • RegioJet
    6h 15m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    2:50 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    RegioJet
    Economy
    $20
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    8h 35m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    5:05 AM
    Lyon
    Perrache Train Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $31
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    2:20 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:30 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $35
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    1:25 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $38
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    11h 40m
    0
    5:25 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    5:05 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Train Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $63

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    6h 35m
    0
    11:45 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    6:20 AM
    Lyon
    Perrache Train Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $27
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    2:20 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:30 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    1:25 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    4:25 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    8h 35m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    5:05 AM
    Lyon
    Perrache Train Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $36

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    1:25 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $40
  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    2:45 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:00 AM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    4:25 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $42
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    2:20 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:30 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $45

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    1:25 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    2:20 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:30 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    7:25 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    2:00 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    13h 25m
    0
    5:25 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    6:50 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Train Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $57
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    13h 55m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    10:55 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Train Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $62

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    1:25 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    2:45 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:00 AM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    4:25 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    16h 5m
    0
    11:45 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    3:50 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Train Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $34
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    13h 25m
    0
    5:25 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    6:50 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Train Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $50

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    2:45 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:00 AM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $45
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    1:25 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $47
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    4:25 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $49
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    2:20 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    9:30 PM
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $64

Frequency of bus connections between Zurich and Lyon

See here how frequent the connections between Zurich and Lyon are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Zurich to Lyon. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Zurich and Lyon.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 19 buses from Zurich to Lyon, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Zurich and Lyon, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Zurich to Lyon

Compare all providers like FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and RegioJet that travel 5 times every day by bus from Zurich to Lyon in one click! Book your bus ticket from Zurich to Lyon starting from $20!

Cheapest Bus $20
Fastest Bus 6h 15m
Earliest Bus 2:45 AM
Latest Bus 2:20 PM
Daily Bus Routes 5 Ø
Distance 208.2 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and RegioJet

Cheapest bus connections from Zurich to Lyon

Every day, 5 buses from 3 bus companies leave Zurich for Lyon: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/22/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/18
Monday 05/19
Tuesday 05/20
Wednesday 05/21
Thursday 05/22
$28
Friday 05/23
$35
Saturday 05/24
$27
Sunday 05/25
$40
Monday 05/26
$32
Tuesday 05/27
$30
Wednesday 05/28
$45
Thursday 05/29
$44
Friday 05/30
$34
Saturday 05/31
$36
Sunday 06/01
$53
Monday 06/02
$32
Tuesday 06/03
$25
Wednesday 06/04
$24
Thursday 06/05
$28
Friday 06/06
$33
Saturday 06/07
$34
Sunday 06/08
$34
Monday 06/09
$41
Tuesday 06/10
$34
Wednesday 06/11
$25
Thursday 06/12
$27
Friday 06/13
$30
Saturday 06/14

The cheapest time to travel from Zurich to Lyon

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Zurich to Lyon, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $20, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Zurich to Lyon. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $45.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Zurich to Lyon, with $20. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $30.

How to save money travelling from Zurich to Lyon

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Zurich to Lyon in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Zurich to Lyon, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Zurich to Lyon are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Zurich to Lyon

These are the most booked bus companies between Zurich to Lyon from our users.

FlixBus from Zurich to Lyon

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Zurich to Lyon:

Cheapest Price $28
Fastest Bus 6h 15m
Earliest Bus 2:45 AM
Last Bus 2:20 PM
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 5/21/2025

All bus stations and stops in Zurich and Lyon

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Zurich and Lyon.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Zurich to Lyon? Compare all modes of transports from Zurich to Lyon.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Zurich to Lyon

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Zurich to Lyon? Or which bus companies serve the route Zurich to Lyon? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Zurich to Lyon bus

How much does a Zurich Lyon bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $20 and takes 6h 15m to reach Lyon. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Zurich to Lyon?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $20 and $64. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Lyon.

On average, how many connections are available from Zurich to Lyon each day?

Every day, the Zurich to Lyon bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Zurich to Lyon take?

The fastest bus from Zurich to Lyon is offered by FlixBus and takes 6h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $30. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Zurich to Lyon?

The earliest bus arriving in Lyon from Zurich starts at 2:45 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Zurich to Lyon?

The latest bus trip departing from Zurich for Lyon starts at 2:20 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Zurich Lyon route?

When traveling by bus from Zurich to Lyon, passengers can travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and RegioJet. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Lyon?

You can check all the direct connections between Zurich and Lyon by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and RegioJet.

What can I take with me on the Zurich to Lyon bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Zurich Lyon bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Zurich Lyon bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Zurich to Lyon on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Zurich to Lyon

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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